“The acquisition of 480 MW of additional wind generation doubles APUC’s independent power generation portfolio,” said Ian Robertson, Chief Executive Officer of APUC, in a press release from Algonquin. “This substantial investment in our independent power business is a continuation of the successful strategy to create shareholder value through accretive growth. This acquisition and the relationship established with Gamesa provide APCo with a significant foothold in the U.S. wind energy market.”